Love Burned, She Rose Unscathed

Chapter 23

"No," Millie said, shaking her head. Then, blushing, she tiptoed closer and said, "I want to spend a little more time with you." Before she could get any closer, Murray took the lead. With one arm, he wrapped her waist and planted a fierce kiss on her.

Whoa! The crowd around them went wild again.

"Dude, get a room!"

"Man, that's some crazy love!"

Roseanne watched the scene unfold, her fingers turning white as she gripped her book tightly. So, hearts did break. Yet her face remained eerily calm, almost numb. She thought, 'You get used to it.'

If quitting smoking had withdrawal symptoms, what was a six-year relationship? Without lingering any longer, Roseanne turned to leave. She had books to get back to.

In the crowd, Murray felt something amiss and glanced around. A familiar silhouette flashed through his vision.

But then, Millie's soft hand slipped into his, their fingers intertwining affectionately.

asked softly, "What are you looking

his gaze back to her.

Millie to her

Can't you stay a bit longer?" Murray patted her head and said, "Be good. I'll pick you up

his sharp features even more pronounced. Millie's eyes shimmered with innocence and allure. "Murray, can

of her words would be obvious

a complex mix of emotions. "You're

stunned but felt a secret thrill. His reluctance showed he cherished her, not just for a

do. I'm off."

"Okay, try to get some rest. I'll bring you some oatmeal

lost in thought for

...

typing slowed as the image of their kiss replayed in her mind. She pressed her lips together. She headed to the bathroom

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